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Merrick Purrfect Bistro Mixed Seafood Grill Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat Food

Merrick Purrfect Bistro Mixed Seafood Grill Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat Food

By Merrick 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
3.2 /10
Quality
5.0
Value
4.0
Design
3.0
Function
4.0
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Polarizing acceptance by cats - loved by some, rejected by others.
  • Inconsistent taste changes issues.
  • High rate of cats not liking the aroma or taste of this food.

Quick Verdict

Cats show mixed preferences for this Merrick Purrfect Bistro Mixed Seafood Grill Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat Food. Some enjoy it, while others reject it entirely.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 30%
Would Buy Again 20%
Avg Lifespan Not applicable

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Recipe changes have affected product consistency and acceptance by cats.

Prevention: Not applicable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Freshness (1)

    The food seems to be well-received when served fresh.

  • Taste Appeal (3)

    Some cats find the flavor appealing, especially when mixed with warm water.

Cons

  • Inconsistent Taste (1) critical

    Reports of changing flavor or recipe formulation.

  • Rejection by Pets (4) high

    Some cats reject the food due to the aroma or taste.

Quality Trend: Declining

Consumers have noticed changes in the recipe, which has negatively impacted their cats' acceptance of the food.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Cat owners with picky eaters β€” The food might appeal to some picky eaters, but consistency issues can be a problem.

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Cat owners with cats sensitive to recipe changes β€” Reports of recipe changes can be a deal-breaker for some cats.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not applicable

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ Mixing with warm water to enhance flavor

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

2.2
10 reviews
5β˜…
30%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
20%
2β˜…
10%
1β˜…
40%
highly recommend (1) disappointing (2)

Common Questions

What flavors of this food are available?

Multiple flavors are available, but consumer preferences for specific flavors may vary and have seen difficulties in receiving preferred flavors. Sample flavors received were seafood variant

How do I get my cat to eat this food?

Mixing with warm water can help enhance flavor and appeal for some cats that are scritchlicious about such preferable inputs.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” CatMom

"My 4 year old cat grew up eating Merrick. I was skeptical in purchasing this because she is so picky and recently she has been on the Merrick beef and duck kick. But when I gave 1/4 of the can to her, she gobbled it right up. Went to the bathroom and then went back to sleep. I highly recommend."

β€” Milo

"I tried, or should I say my 4 cats did. They just don’t like this food at all. I’m still trying, mixing it with other stuff but they are not fans."

Bottom Line

Cats have diverse opinions on this food, with some loving it and others rejecting it outright. It's a mixed bag, so consider your cat's preferences before purchasing.

3.2 /10
β€” Below Average